Youth Work
ACROSS ALL THREE AREAS
We offer both own run and partnered activities for children and young people in all three areas we work in. From soft play for under 5's to a youth led cafe for teenagers under 18, we aim to put on something for everyone.
Summer 2026
Our Summer schedule
Due to funding / staffing hours we cannot run our regular youth offer outside of term time. To make up for this we run other programs, craft sessions and events to make sure our communities still have access to budget-friendly or free family activities.
What we are offering this summer:
- A family funday in each area we work in
- 9 free youth sessions for ages 4-17 at Bourne
- 5 free youth sessions for ages 4-17 in Turlin Moor
- 3 free craft sessions in Turlin Moor
- Plus more!
Our singular sessions are limited in spaces. To see whats on and boo your childs place please follow the link below.
Branksome
Featuring: Pavilion Dance Workshop and Performance - Crafts - Soft Play - Raffle - Cafe
Monday 17th August
11AM - 2PM
Bourne
Featuring: African Drumming by Rhythm Generation - Dry Ice workshop with science zone uk - Arts & Crafts - Cafe and more
Thursday 13th August
2PM - 5PM
Turlin Moor
Plus performances by Aqua Lights and Pavilion Dance South West
Thursday 20th August
11AM-3PM
What's on?
Our Youth Offer
Poole Communities Trust runs multiple youth activates across Bourne, Branksome and Turlin Moor respectively.
Our mission is to provide our chosen working areas with ether low cost or free, regularly run activities during the school term time, and one off sessions or events in the holidays.
We help people to get active, keep learning and make friends. Learn more about us by visiting the About Us page or use on of the handy links below.
Bourne
Yafe
Yafe is the Bourne Community Hub's premier after school cafe designed by the youth for the youth. The cafe is open to anyone in school years 9+ (no over 18's) and features both a full cafe and games tables.
Term Time Thursdays 6:30PM - 8PM
Football
Kick off your Wednesday evenings with a free football session with our football coach rosy. Football sessions are open to anyone ages 9 - 13 and is a great way to stay active and make firends.
Term Time Wednesdays 5:30PM - 6:30PM
Bonkerz Dance
Bonkerz Dance Academy bring free street dancing to the Bourne Community Hub.
Term Time Wednesdays
Under 9's 5:30PM - 6:15PM Over 9's 6:15PM - 7PM
Stay & Play
Come along to our stay and play group monday mornings! A fun, welcoming space for children under 5 to explore, play and socialize for only £1 per session.
Term Time Mondays 10AM - 11:30AM
Chill Blast
A fun and welcoming youth session where younger members can relax, play games, try crafts, and make friends in a safe space.
Term Time Tuesdays 4:30PM - 6PM
Chill Vibe
A relaxed evening session for older young people to hang out, play pool, table tennis, air hockey, and socialise with friends.
Term Time Tuesdays 6:30PM - 8PM
Branksome
After School Cafe
Get out the rain and visit our after school cafe! With budget-friendly snacks and warm drinks there something for everyone. Entertain the younger ones with colouring, football tables or take a coffee over to the local park!
Term Time Mondays & Wednesdays
3PM - 4PM
Branksome Toddlers
Soft play designed for children under 5. A great opportunitiy to socialise for both parents / guardians and children!
£2 per child, £1 per sibling
Term Time Wednesdays 9:30AM - 11AM
Breakin' Free Dance
A fun and active afterschool dance class for children aged 7 - 12. Free classes run with Pavilion Dance South West
Term Time Thursdays 4PM - 5PM
Turlin Moor
Breakin' Free Dance
A fun and active afterschool dance class for children aged 7 - 12. Free classes run with Pavilion Dance South West
Term Time Tuesdays 4:30PM - 6PM
Football
Kick off your Thursday evenings with a free football session with our football coach Mel. Football sessions are open to anyone ages 8 - 14 and is a great way to stay active and make firends.
Term Time Thursdays 4:30PM - 5:30PM
non-term events and sessions
Our Offer
Due to funding / staffing hours we cannot run our regular youth offer outside of term time. To make up for this we run other programs, craft sessions and events to make sure our communities still have access to budget-friendly or free family activities.
What we aim to offer:
- One session per week in Bourne and Turlin moor in the summer holidays
- One event per area for each major calender holiday
- End of term craft days in Turlin Moor
- Co-run events with other charitable organisations / BCP
- Plus much more!
To see what we currently have on, please visit our ticketsource page.
Stats and transparency
A Year in numbers
To ensure we are a well run charity we feel it is important to be transparent about our work and its impact. For a full breakdown please view our most recent annual report.
